We have discussed in class the idea of defiance and "choosing to be good or evil". Whether it be an SS officer such as Flacke or Shindler, or a citizen that defies Nazi orders, the difference that an individual can make is immense.
I recently came across the story of Sir Nicholas Winton, a young stockbroker from London, and how he saved the lives of 669 children refugees. Winton organized the transportation of children from Prague into the UK.
This 60 Minutes focuses of Sir Nicholas Winton and his story:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c0aoifNziKQ
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